Hey! We need more hands on the line!
How long will it take them to put out the fire?
Any moment. The firefighters are getting ready to enter the building.
Start left and search for survivors.
- Check the center stairwell too! - Yes, sir.
What happened here?
What's the status? Are there any people inside?
It's so dark in here. I can barely see anything.
Huh? Is that a…?
Captain! The stairway on the second floor. There's a survivor.
What happened?
I saw him move. I think he's alive!
Are you awake? Can you hear me?
A survivor on the second floor,
by the center stairwell.
A survivor by the center stairwell.
- Almost there. - Coming through!
Hang in there. We're almost there.
- What's wrong with him? - Badly burned.
- Vitals? - Heart rate at 80.
- His BP? - 100 over 70.
- Hold on. - One, two, three.
- Family? - Police haven't ID'd him.
- Okay. - What happened?
An abandoned building set fire. He was inside.
There are no big hospitals there, so we brought him here.
- I need morphine. - On it.
- Wait. Don't give him morphine. - Get a new oxygen cylinder.
He might go into shock.
He's in a lot of pain.
Listen, sir. This part is going to be painful.
But you have to push through it. Don't faint.
If you're in pain, don't hold it in.
Scream as loud as you need to. Do you understand?
- Cut the clothes off first. - Okay.
Can you hold him down? Hold here.
- On it. Here's saline. - The sleeve is off.
I'll get the dressings ready so we can disinfect his wounds.
KARMA
This is Lee Ju-yeon.
You've already exceeded your daily dose.
I just told you, the pain is unbearable. Please!
I can't bend the rules because you're having a meltdown.
Damn it!
What's going on?
Call yourself a doctor? How can you ignore your patient like this?
Oh gosh. It looks like you're in a lot of pain, sir.
Where does it hurt? Is it here? Here?
Stop, stop!
You shouldn't throw a cup at someone just 'cause you're angry about your discomfort.
Now, apologize.
I… I'm sorry.
Nicer, okay?
Uh, I… I apologize, ma'am.
Great. Wow, the pain must be terrible, huh?
It's nice you apologized. That's better, right?
By taking narcotic analgesic medication now,
you reduce the ability for the meds to work later on.
Your pain is severe now, but will subside.
It's because the surgery was a few days ago.
- As for you, sir. - Yes.
Never do that to a patient again.
Considering the amount of pain he is in right now, lashing out is understandable.
Yes, doctor.
It's just… your face. Here.
Dr. Lee.
Are you all right?
It's okay.
Uh, Dr. Lee. Wait.
Uh, so, uh, I wanted to talk,
because I meet a lot of people and I sense certain things.
And you… you seem under duress, Dr. Lee Ju-yeon.
If you ever have a problem, or need to track anyone down,
I'm here if you're in any type of trouble.
Don't hesitate to call. I can be--
I can be of service. Sorry, one moment.
Hello, Harmless to Everyone Agency.
Private Detective Hwang Cheol-mok speaking. How may I help you?
Give me a call.
Yes?
Oh, yes. Hello, sir.
Yes. I was going to send you an update.
JEONG-MIN: ARE YOU COMING?
We did our very best, sir,
but the reconstruction of your skin wasn't perfect.
Unfortunately, we struggled more than we thought with the wounds on the face.
You inhaled a lot of smoke, which severely damaged your airways.
It won't be easy to vocalize like you did before.
Hang on a second. Hmm. His name isn't listed.
This was an emergency, he was rushed here.
Oh.
Park Jae-yeong is my name.
Have you contacted your family?
I… have no family.
Thank you, everyone. Please take good care of Mr. Park.
- Yes, sir. - Okay.
What are you doing?
Let's go.
PARK JAE-YEONG
You saved my life.
Thank you.
Apply wrap dressings on Mr. Park and keep me updated.
Yes, sir. Will do.
Professor, should we put him on oxygen?
Put in an order and see how it goes.
Okay.
Lee Ju-yeon. Why are you so unfocused?
I'm sorry.
Dr. Yoon, you're in charge of his care.
Yes, sir.
What's with you today?
Is something wrong?
No, it's nothing.
Something's bothering you.
I'm fine. It's nothing.
You know I'm here for you, come on.
I'm just tired.
I'm distracted.
Hey, Ju-yeon.
Park Jae-yeong is my name.
THE WOMAN TRAPPED IN THE PAST
SUNGSIM GENERAL HOSPITAL PATIENT DATABASE
PARK JAE-YEONG INPATIENT, M, ROOM 402
PRINT PATIENT RECORD
Why are you in Professor Lee's office with the light's off?
This is Park Jae-yeong's chart, Ju-yeon. Why'd you print it?
Uh, I wanted to look at his chart, that's all.
Do you two know each other or something?
It's really nothing. Don't worry about it.
Seriously? I mean, how could I not worry?
Just a minute.
Hello?
It's happening right now?
No, I'm on my way.
Okay.
Next time, talk to me first. I'm running lead on this. All right?
I have to go.
I have this thing I have to go to tonight.
See you later.
PATIENT RECORD
ADMITTED: NOVEMBER 19, 2023
NAME: PARK JAE-YEONG ID UNVERIFIED
HARMLESS AGENCY WE SOLVE YOUR PROBLEMS
CEO HWANG CHEOL-MOK
HARMLESS AGENCY WE SOLVE YOUR PROBLEMS
That's what I've been trying to tell you.
We can't shoot inside a hotel room.
We can tail them and collect security footage along the way.
That should be all the evidence you need.
Right.
Yes, I know.
Yes, ma'am, I know what you're going through. It's upsetting.
When I found out my wife was cheating, I went to the Han river to take my life.
Right.
Y… Yes, exactly.
Uh, in situations like this, we have to stay calm and collected
because if you get emotional, it could backfire on us.
This is a process, so please trust us and be patient.
We'll contact you immediately as soon as we have any updates for you.
Yes.
You can put your worries to rest, ma'am. We're on it.
My gosh.
Did you have trouble finding my office?
Yes, well, the… the building is a bit spooky, isn't it?
There were a couple of detective agencies in the building years ago.
However, they went under when the economy tanked.
Hard work isn't enough to succeed when you're in this business.
Being well-connected is vital.
We have reliable sources, and I'm proud of that.
You were a cop before?
Yes, I was a detective for many years.
I don't like to brag, you know,
but it helps.
Clients trust me because I'm reliable.
Should I, uh, explain more about what we do here?
The payment we spoke about.
Oh, wow. Not just the retainer, but the full amount.
Thank you so much.
All right, Now tell me, how can I be of service to you, doctor?
I would like you to find these people.
I want to know
how they're doing and their whereabouts.
You're sure there's nothing more?
Will this be an issue?
It's just that it doesn't feel right
charging five million for something so simple.
It's all right.
Knowing where they are is worth it to me.
And to check on their well-being.
This was 1987.
- So it's almost-- - We're back.
- Hey, boss. - The widow. How's she holding up?
She's heartbroken.
Oh, right. We made the payment from you, the condolence money.
After losing her husband like that, no wonder she's hurting.
Hey, the woman who just left. Is she a new customer?
As a matter of fact she is. You don't need to worry about it.
I'll take the lead on it.
All right.
Hey, Detective Kang. It's been a while.
Are you having lunch right now?
A burger?
Yeah, I bet. I needed a favor.
Yeah, um…
I need help finding a guy.
Sir!
How's that case going? The abandoned building.
The sole survivor, he's in bad condition. We haven't interviewed him.
The bodies we think belong to the suspects are completely burned.
It's taking a while for the forensics report.
I hate to be a bother with this.
Come on. You were my mentor, and this is your livelihood.
I'll help out.
I owe you, right?
- I appreciate it. I'll get us drinks. - Don't worry about it.
Come to the precinct next time. instead of meeting in secret,
sneaking around like you're some kind of criminal.
It's all right. They fired me for taking bribes.
- I'm not allowed to go there. - We both know that's not true.
Your boys took bribes, not you.
- That's enough. Just drop it. - God, you're so cranky.
- I gotta go. - Wait! I wanna know.
Why are you looking for those rapists out of the blue?
What rapists?
You didn't know?
It happened years ago. The case shook the entire city of Guhoe.
Take a look. I put a copy of the original case report in there too.
I'm working late again tonight, so I'm outta here. Sir.
HARMLESS AGENCY
CASE REPORT GUHOE HIGH SCHOOL GANG RAPE
DECEMBER 17, 2005 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION THIRD UNIT
ASSAILANT DETAILS
"Park Jae-yeong, Yoo Tae-jun."
Who was the victim?
VICTIM DETAILS NAME: LEE JU-YEON
"Lee Ju-yeon."
It hurts.
Doctor, I'm in so much pain.
VICTIM STATEMENT, LEE JU-YEON IN THE CASE AGAINST PARK JAE-YEONG…
I AGREED TO A BLIND DATE WITH PARK JAE-YEONG, A SENIOR
ON DECEMBER 10TH AT A CAFÉ CALLED DANDELION TERRITORY
DANDELION TERRITORY
Sorry.
I'm late, right?
My boys needed to prep something and it took longer than expected.
It's okay.
Thanks to you, I got to relax. I got my reading done, so…
It was my idea to meet.
You could've just left. Thanks for waiting.
You have calluses on your hand.
Oh yeah, my bros and I work out every day.
They take a while to heal.
My dad's hands were like that.
It reminds you of your late father, huh?
I thought of him when I felt your hand is all.
Oh, wait. You knew about my dad passing away?
Um, your friends told me.
The truth is,
I've been interested in you for a while.
- It's past 10:00 now. We better hurry. - Okay.
What is this?
Get in.
INTERROGATION IN PROGRESS
- Stand over there. - Yes, sir.
Listen, you punks. Stand straight.
Yo, the camera.
- We're stars right? - This is so fucked.
This is so freaking cool.
They're the suspects.
I know it's hard, but if you remember anything, you need to tell us. All right?
Quiet if you want out of here, idiot.
They'll let us go soon. Chill out.
- You, get in here. - Hey, bro. Sup.
Ugh, I fucking bolted. Fuck this.
Wait. Why did they bring in Jae-yeong?
I mean, he's a victim, isn't he?
That punk, Park Jae-yeong, he was the one who planned it.
- That girl should be here too. - She's just--
Hey, shut the fuck up.
It hurts so much.
HARMLESS AGENCY
Yes, Dr. Lee. I looked into those names.
Okay.
I see that Yoo Tae-jun, after that incident…
Uh, gosh, I'm sorry. I… I can't really avoid talking about it.
It's okay, really. Please, tell me.
Okay.
As for Yoo Tae-jun, he kept going in and out of the system
for stuff like robbery and sexual assault, even after that incident.
He died three years ago in his prison cell.
Um, I think his experience in jail was hard
when the other inmates found out that he'd raped a minor.
Yeah, and uh, Yang Yong-seon. He got into drugs.
He had a number of drug-related priors,
and last year, he died of a methamphetamine overdose.
I never believed in karma until this.
I guess what goes around comes around.
Park Jae-yeong, where's he?
Yeah, the rest of them died, but Park Jae-yeong made it.
It looks like, uh, he has lived a somewhat quiet life since then.
He's been wandering around and can't hold down a job.
He's in Paju, and he rents an apartment there.
Do you want his address?
Thank you. I'll call you soon.
Yes, this is Dr. Lee.
The patient in 402.
Yes. He needs a morphine injection.
Ah, shit.
Oh, shit.
Hello, Detective Kang.
Hey, Cheol-mok. It's noon, are you still sleeping?
I'm a private detective. We're night owls.
You have an update? What's going on?
I'm all ears.
I have some info on one of the guys you asked about. Park Jae-yeong.
Oh, Park Jae-yeong.
What about him?
It turns out that it was him. The sole survivor.
It was him?
Where have you been?
You didn't even call me.
I thought I told you yesterday.
I did an examination. It was for a family member.
I went to Namyangju.
Does it matter anyway?
Well, I don't want any funny business.
Come on. What are you talking about?
It's just my side hustle.
I should buy a house first,
then we can get married.
Do you want to get a drink tonight?
I'd love that.
Are you gonna eat lunch?
Excuse me.
I was actually just going to call you.
Oh, Dr. Lee. Hello. I'm calling because I was mistaken about something.
Uh, how should I say this…
So, Park Jae-yeong, it seems he's not currently in Paju.
I'm not following.
Well, it's… I'm sorry about this.
Just tell me.
Park Jae-yeong,
he's literally right next to you.
- In the hospital, right? - Oh, you already knew?
He was admitted at your hospital, in room 402.
There was a fire in an abandoned building.
Out of the people trapped inside, Park Jae-yeong was the sole survivor.
PARK JAE-YEONG, M, 36
Excuse me, doctor.
Ah.
We're from Guhoe Police.
We need a moment alone with your patient, Mr. Park,
to ask about the fire in the building.
May we go in?
Go ahead.
Hello, sir.
I spoke to your doctor, and she said you were allowed visitors.
Detective Kang Yeong-sik, Guhoe Police. Hi.
Yes, hello.
It's just my lungs burn still, so it's hard for me to speak.
You're the only one who can give a firsthand statement to us
about exactly what happened.
We just have a few simple questions. We'll be recording this. Mm.
Why did you go to that abandoned building in the first place?
I had no choice.
I was forced to go.
Oh, boy.
Then what?
Uh, then I woke up inside that building.
My head was still tingling.
Where were you exactly?
Right. I was tied to a chair.
Uh, could you please describe the situation in detail?
Two men were fighting in front of me.
What's happening? Oh my God.
What were they fighting about?
Honestly, I'm not sure.
If I had to guess,
probably over whether they should kill me.
Oh, uh, here.
Oh, thank you.
Then,
one of the men,
he began pouring gasoline
all over the place.
Stop. Stop it. Wait!
Stop. Listen.
Don't do it! Shit. No!
No! Why are you doing this?
Shit! Oh God!
After that, I really don't remember.
I appreciate your cooperation.
This is a criminal case.
I know this is hard.
Even so, we have to confirm the victim's identity too.
So we need your fingerprints.
I don't know if I can.
My fingertips, they're burned.
What do you think?
Don't worry, I'm sure we'll find another way.
Okay. I wish I could be more helpful.
Oh, one more thing.
Mr. Park, your aunt contacted me. She was worried.
She knew you'd be alone.
She wanted to come to the hospital. I gave her the information.
Great.
- It's much appreciated. - All right.
Yeah.
Could you ask the doctor to come see me? Please send her.
Ah.
There you are.
Hello, doctor.
Why are you back again?
- What? - I tried so hard to forget.
Why the hell are you back?
I had no idea I would see you here.
You're a doctor now, Ju-yeon.
You made it.
Twenty years have passed since then.
Come over here.
Don't worry. Sit down.
It's been so long. Let's catch up.
Fuck. How crazy.
I think you'll laugh when I tell you… …how I ended up in here.
What the fuck?
I've dreamed of stabbing your neck…
over a thousand times.
Ju-yeon!
Here, a small gift, for everyone on your team.
Aw.
Thank you so much for all your help.
Wow. You didn't have to do this. Thank you for these.
Um, I overheard you were worried about me last night.
Thanks for everything. Take care.
- Have a good day. - Get home safe.
What happened?
Sorry?
Ah, Mr. Jae-yeong?
He was discharged.
We told him he couldn't go home yet, but he insisted.
He's leaving today?
He was approved for outpatient treatment from Dr. Lee.
He got a one-month supply of pain medication.
He must really hate it here.
- Nurse, sorry to bother. - Huh?
My husband's leaving today, but his clothes have been taken.
What? His clothes are missing?
Mm. Uh, doctor.
Did you forget?
Uh, I'm sorry. What do you mean?
You don't remember who I am?
Really?
Park Jae-yeong,
you forgot what I look like?
How?
Get in.
Don't act like you don't recognize me.
I know exactly who you are. I still remember.
No need to be scared. Just look at me.
Well, doctor?
Do you recognize me?
I bet you don't.
You've never seen me before.
Listen carefully.
The guy you knew as Park Jae-yeong, he doesn't exist anymore.
If you don't even have the fucking guts to look in my eyes,
don't act like you know me.
Where to, sir?
- I'm headed to Paju. - Got it.
Whoa!
Shit. What's she doing?
You there! Are you crazy? Get out of the road!
I see you, doctor. Playing with fire.
Got something else to say?
Tell me what you want!
I still have trouble sleeping at night.
You haunt me.
Okay, so?
I'd be happy with one night.
A peaceful sleep is all I wish for.
Without any nightmares.
Huh.
You're one crazy bitch, you know that?
Doctor, you're completely clueless.
- Step on it. - What?
- I said, let's go already, come on. - Yes, sir.
You know what?
I think I will finally sleep soundly.
You know why?
Because I'm going to kill you.